Mechanical Checks

This module performs the mechanical checks on the piping components according to the standard piping design codes, which are: ASME B31.1, B31.3, B31.4, B31.8, and ASME VIII. The pressure rating curves and their automatic association to the piping classes are also checked, together with the calculation of the minimum test pressure (hydraulic or pneumatic) and the definition of the test circuits.

Checks for internal/external pressure

The check for internal and external pressure (vacuum) may be performed either on Piping Classes and on Line List.

Checks for intersections

The necessity of reinforcing pad in “pipe-to-pipe” intersection may be checked at the piping class maximum conditions or at the effective design conditions indicated in the Line list.

Manual calculations

Puma5 also includes a manual calculator for mechanical checks, thus allowing the user to make verifications even when the piping classes or the line list are not loaded in Puma5.

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